Bunnahabhain Stiuireadair

Bunnahabhain Stiùireadair - the name means "helmsman" in Gaelic, which feels apt for a whisky steering you toward the sherry side of Islay. Bottled at 46.3% and stepping into the shoes of the beloved 12 Year Old, it carries all the hallmarks of this coastal distillery: a pleasingly light body, hazelnut and dried fruit on the nose, and a palate of creamy caramel laced with sea salt and gentle cinnamon warmth. The finish lingers rather longer than you might expect. Read more